Family and Friends

History 4 hours ago

Descendants of Battle of Bunker Hill fighters tell about unsung family heroes

One of the turning points during the Revolutionary War was the Battle of Bunker Hill 250 years ago. A commemoration of the event takes place in the lead-up to America's 250th birthday next year.

Lifestyle 3 days ago

Pregnant woman's nuclear-inspired baby name sparks meltdown on social media

A controversial baby shower invitation for "Chernobyl Hope" goes viral on Reddit, with users reacting to parents naming their child after the 1986 nuclear disaster in Ukraine.

Travel 6 days ago

WWII hero's special memento finally comes home to his family after 80 years

A World War II soldier's dog tag is returned to his family 80 years after his death. It was discovered by a metal detectorist on the island where the soldier's plane crashed in 1945.

Health June 7

Former MLB pitcher finds liver donor in high-school classmate he hadn't seen in 20 years

Steven Register, an Alabama father battling stage 4 cancer, finds hope in a liver transplant donated from a high school friend after a social media call for donors.

Travel June 7

Boat explodes on the river and a peaceful vacation walk turns into a desperate rescue

The quick thinking of a couple who were on vacation in the U.K. helped save six lives after a boat exploded on the River Thames. Police officials said it was "a miracle there were no fatalities."

Travel June 5

Woman refuses to let her friend borrow car again after it was trashed the first time

After her friend returned a borrowed car with trash, a nearly empty gas tank and damage, a woman is standing firm on her refusal to lend it out again despite guilt-tripping from mutual friends.

Travel June 3

Hot travel trend has people 'townsizing' by visiting quaint American towns

The trend of "townsizing" sees travelers, especially those among Gen Z, choosing quaint small towns like Cape Cod in Massachusetts for a relaxed, movie-like vacation experience.

Food-Drink June 1

Woman goes viral on Reddit for calling out husband's last-minute party demands

A woman's viral Reddit post about her husband's surprise dinner gatherings highlights issues of communication and shared responsibilities in relationships, drawing widespread reaction.

Food-Drink May 23

Splitting a restaurant bill with friends? Expert shares 'most desirable' approach

Learn how to navigate dining out with friends and avoid bill-splitting conflicts. Here is expert advice on setting expectations and handling awkward situations.

Lifestyle May 20

First lady Melania Trump welcomes children to White House for work day celebration

Melania Trump celebrates "Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day," inviting children to the East Garden at the White House and decorating wooden flags following recent "Be Best" wins.

Great Outdoors May 12

Lucky anglers break two state fishing records on same day: 'Dedication and passion'

Two fishermen in West Virginia set records on the same day after they caught a record-breaking redhorse sucker and a redear sunfish, as announced by WVDNR officials.

Lifestyle May 12

President Donald Trump's oldest granddaughter, Kai Trump, turns 18: Her life in pictures

Golf prodigy Kai Trump, Donald Trump's eldest granddaughter, marks her 18th birthday milestone. The University of Miami-bound athlete previously spoke at the Republican National Convention.

Lifestyle May 11

Second lady Usha Vance on Mother's Day and what she strives for as a mom

Second lady Usha Vance opened up about motherhood, her approach to parenting three children, and special Mother's Day traditions as she navigates the responsibilities of her new role.

Lifestyle May 9

First lady Melania Trump scores win for America's foster youth with $25M investment

First lady Melania Trump on Friday announced a $25 million foster youth investment to support America's youth who are transitioning out of foster care. It will help provide housing for them.

Food-Drink May 7

Boy orders 70,000 lollipops to his home using mom's phone: 'About fainted'

An 8-year-old in Kentucky accidentally ordered more than $4,000 worth of lollipops on his mom's Amazon account. "When I saw what the number was, I just about fainted," the mom said.

Food-Drink May 6

Greedy friend wants to hog kitchen for a week, sparking viral debate online

A Reddit user says a "one-way request" by his girlfriend's friend to use their kitchen for a week so she could cook meals made him uneasy. The online post sparked lots of reaction.

Snack Foods May 5

Viral TikTok 'cookie challenge' tests family empathy, instinct, ethics

What does the TikTok "cookie challenge" mean for parents? Fox News Digital spoke to a social worker who revealed whether children's reactions are a show of empathy or just instinctual.

Food-Drink May 4

Kids eat only 'junk food' so man with cancer will not travel with them

A Reddit user wrote that he will not travel with his brother's children because they "only eat junk food." The man, who was diagnosed with cancer, wondered if he was being selfish.

Health May 4

Why gossiping could be good for you, according to experts

Psychology experts say indulging in gossip can benefit mental health, but too much can damage reputations. A career expert discusses an uptick in workplace gossip.

Birthday May 3

Birthday cake destroyed by 'spoiled kid' as one man stops it and now he's to blame

Should a small child be allowed to destroy a beautiful birthday cake presented to the grandmother of the family? Multiple Reddit users chimed in on the unusual food-focused drama.

Health May 3

Michael Bolton had strange symptoms before brain cancer diagnosis: ‘Something’s wrong’

A Grammy-winning singer who was diagnosed in December 2023 with glioblastoma—the most aggressive and rapidly progressing type of brain cancer—began showing signs that something was wrong the previous month.

Travel May 1

Married women face REAL ID documentation hurdles: 'I can't accept this'

Some married women are facing unexpected hurdles in obtaining their REAL ID due to marriage name changes, with many unable to provide their original marriage licenses as proof of identity.

Travel April 17

Popular church will curb tourist crowds by creating separate 'selfie space'

The Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Spain, will be adding more tourist attraction areas to curb overcrowding. It will create dedicated areas for tourists to snap photos of themselves.

Travel April 15

Fisherman catches prehistoric-looking alligator gar in 4-hour ‘epic battle’

An angler from Kentucky says he may have broken a record for a 153-pound alligator gar caught in Lake Livingston, Texas after a four-hour battle to reel in the massive fish.

Dessert April 13

One tasty food 'represents home' and family to former NFL player

A former NFL cornerback was inspired by his biological father to open a restaurant specializing in peach cobbler, given his personal connection to the food and popular dessert.

Health March 30

Birthday buddies and next-door neighbors turn 101 on same day

Luck, longevity and lots of activity: These are the qualities that two friends and next-door neighbors share as they celebrate their birthdays this year and turn 101 on the same day.

Travel March 29

Travel do's and don'ts for DC cherry blossom season amid peak blooms: 'Pack your patience'

Peak bloom has been reached for the cherry blossom trees in Washington, D.C., as millions of travelers and tourists arrive. A National Park Service ranger shared tips for seeing the blooms.

Health March 29

Do parents really have favorite children? Here’s what new research says

A new Brigham Young University study explores parental favoritism, revealing that gender, birth order and personality traits all affect parenting — and how kids perceive it.

Food-Drink March 21

Man is buried in Snickers-themed coffin as he wished: 'I'm nuts'

A man who joked in life about being buried in a Snickers-themed coffin got his wish upon death. The chocolate bar-branded box was emblazoned with a message that summed up his life: "I'm nuts."

Spirits March 12

Rare and mysterious whiskey bottles found washed up on beach

Nearly a dozen perfectly sealed whiskey bottles dating back to Prohibition times were found by Austin Contegiacomo while walking his dog along the beach in New Jersey.